11 Stats About Why Moms Want to Work

ByJessica Howington, Senior Content Manager

It probably comes as no surprise to most parents that many working moms do work to be able to contribute to the household finances. And although our economy is one in which both parents typically have to work, there are many moms who work because they want to, not because they have to. Below, we have 11 stats about why moms want to work, other than just earning a paycheck.

Outside of the obvious need for money and benefits, many moms find having a career as a rewarding life experience, especially if they’ve paid to attend college. And while finding and paying for child care is a common issue many families face, the ability to utilize flexible work allows for more moms (and dads!) to follow their career aspirations while also being an active and present parent.

Here are 11 stats about whymoms want to work, even if they have to work.

55 percent ofcareer-minded moms want to work, even if the option to stay home exists.
Many moms want to work full-time before their children go to school so that they cangain career experience.
Three-quarters of career-minded momswant to work full-timeonce their children are in school.
63 percent of working moms wantcondensed workdaysto have time with their families.
Moms who want to work sometimes decide not to because there is alack of flexible optionsand part-time work, as well as companies wanting employees to commit to more than 40 hours a week.
47 percent of mothers wouldgive up full-time work for part-time workso that they could have time with their children while also having a career.
Moms (and dads) generally agree thatmoms working outside the home set a positive examplefor their kids.
Moms work based on what works for the family, rather than forpolitical or social reasons.
Momswant to provide the “extras”for their families, such as vacations and sports activities.
Moms want to make a difference in the world andfind balance in liferather than fit into a mold or stereotype.
千禧年的妈妈use their own experiences and friends’ experiences as a factor in the decision to stay home or work.

Being a career-minded mom doesn’t necessarily mean that youwork outside the home; many career-minded women decide to stay home. And no matter the decision, it is the right one for that family.

Whether you are working full-time, part-time, volunteering, or raising a family, the desire to work doesn’t have to be associated with finances. As seen in these stats, many moms choose to work for reasons outside of a paycheck, including providing different opportunities for their families, finding balance in their responsibilities, and wanting to make a difference in a professional manner.